Fall is one of the most beautiful times of the year and it adds something magical to the state of Virginia and your landscaping Charlottesville. Not only do the changing leaves offer a variety of colors, but the cooler weather is often a welcome change from the heat of summer.

In ‘8 Non-Toxic Eco-Friendly Home Products You Need’ we discussed ways to incorporate sustainable products for everyday living. In this edition, we’d like to continue with four smart devices that can make your home more sustainable.

Plastic is a convenience many people take for granted until they don’t have it, and that usually means the damage these plastics inherently do is also something that usually goes relatively unnoticed. Both regular and microplastics can hurt the environment, oceans, and other sub-ecosystems, and even in the deepest parts of the ocean, there are plastics.

“As a designer, I believe that a sofa is one of the most important pieces of furniture in a space. It’s where many of us spend a large majority of our time hanging out. I think choosing it is as important as choosing a mattress.”

Home burglary is a common and distressing crime. Not only can you lose your possessions, but also feel violated and lose your sense of safety in your home. Get helpful tips to help keep your home secure and safe:

Sustainability has been a buzzword in the design world for years and it makes sense that we want to offer our clients options that are earth friendly.  I speak candidly about this topic, vegan design, my course and my very personal path that led to where I am today as a vegan educator. It is one of my favorite interviews with Kimberly Seldon of The Business of Design.

Reprogram your way of thinking about how a small design business can operate. Discover and get educated in the growing wellness & cruelty free design niche. Have purpose. Make a difference for all living creatures. Get the clients that fall through the cracks at large design firms - the clients who are compassionate and want healthy design options for themselves and their families.  

There are endless marble counter top cleaners on the market. The majority of them are highly toxic. Check out our reviews of vegan, non toxic marble cleaners. Why would you place food on counter tops soaked in toxins. Vegan and non toxic cleaners are safer, healthier and humane.

I met up with Wendy Matthews of Farm Sanctuary in DC recently at the ARC Conference. Her story is interesting. Her dad is a hunter and now her brother is also a vegan.

Making your home more energy efficient is incredibly important if you are to improve the mark that you make on this planet. We all need to consider our own contributions to sustainability, if we are to leave behind a better environment for the younger generation and this starts with the home.

A cluttered space is not easy to clean. Harmonizing your environment is the philosophy behind feng shui, and whether you’re a cynic or a true believer, there’s something to be said about achieving balance in your life. I bet you’ve never thought about how arranging your furniture can affect your ability to keep your house clean. Intrigued?

Summer is here! Here’s a bit of inspo for a peachy, yummy bedroom to snuggle in with your favorite furry guy. It’s all about mixing textures and patterns.

Sustainability is more than just a buzzword. It’s a call to action in the interior design community, and it affects all of our decisions. While it’s easy to make changes when it comes to our diet and the things we use in our home, what about the damage from our homes and buildings?

Why are we always tired? Could be you’re living with the enemy! In todays world, homes are not designed for good health. Modern lighting inhibits our body in naturally preparing for sleep and bedrooms are considered to be one of the most toxic places in a home. 30% of the population isn’t sleeping enough.

Watch & learn in my interview with renowned German Architect & Certified Building Biologist Tomas Gaertner. Find out what prevents us from sleeping & how to design spaces for optimal snoozing!

Get a peek inside a luxurious oceanfront summer estate. I walk you through the 100% compassionately designed family room.

Buckwheat Pillows are made from buckwheat hulls. They are completely organic, non toxic and “interesting.” Watch my review while “unboxing” a new buckwheat pillow I ordered.

Get the facts about leather. In this short video, I provide 10 facts about the ethics and health risks of leather.

Check out our favorite Easter Decor that is sustainable and ethical. Beautiful affordable decor for the happiest of tables.